USING THE GENERATOR
CALCULATING THE WATTAGE OF YOUR DEVICE(S) - CONTINUED
The chart below serves as a reference
for the estimated wattage requirements of common electrical devices.
However, do not solely rely on this chart - all electronics and appliances are built differently. Always check
the wattage listed on the electrical device before consulting this chart.
Fig. 11 -
Estimated wattage requirements of common electrical devices
Fig. 12 -
Control Panel
Tool or Appliance Rated (Running) Watts Surge (Starting) Watts
Electric water heater (40 Gal) 4000 0
Hot plate 2500 0
Saw - radial arm 2000 2000
Electric stove (each element) 1500-2800 0
Saw - circular 1500 1500
Air compressor (1 HP) 1500 3000
Window air conditioner 1200 1800
Saw - miter 1200 1200
Microwave 1000 0
Well water pump 1000 1000
Sump pump 800 1200
Refrigerator freezer 800 1200
Furnace blower 800 1300
Computer 800 0
Electric drill 600 900
Television 500 0
Deep freezer 500 500
Garage door opener 480 0
Stereo 400 0
Box fan 300 600
Clock radio 300 0
Security system 180 0
DVD player / VCR 100 0
Common light bulb 75 0
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